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Features by Diane Larner founder and editor of Bathroom Review & Kitchens Review.
Diane Larner launched both titles over 15 years ago and has been writing about the bathroom and kitchen interior design industry ever since, publishing regular features across the two sectors.

According to ONS data, more households were multigenerational in 2021 (2.1%) than in 2011 (1.8%). This is symptomatic of an ageing population and increased economic pressure and means multigenerational living has emerged as a decisive trend within the housing sector. This shift underscores a growing recognition of the value of shared living arrangements that cater to families’ needs. The architectural community is adapting to this trend by creating spaces that not only accommodate multiple generations but also reflect preferences for style and functionality.

Of paramount importance in the intergenerational bathroom is the shower, which plays a vital role in ensuring that all family members can use the space safely. Product manager of HEWI, Florian Haude emphasises, “The shower in an intergenerational bathroom should offer support, flexibility and safety to all users in equal measure. In addition to a shower base that is flush with the floor, non-slip floor coverings and thermostats with scald protection, seating and hand-hold options should also be taken into account for a multigeneration bathroom shower.”

Kaldewei Shower Surfaces

Kaldewei shower surfaces are perfect for both multigenerational families and accessible living. With over 25 colours, each shower tray can be perfectly matched to the bathtub and washbasins in the room. In addition, Kaldewei transparent Invisible Grip prevents slipping on the shiniest shower surfaces. It works on the glossiest of their steel enamel surfaces and has no impact on the feeling underfoot, nor is the hold diminished when using soap, shower gel, or shampoo as the invisible micro-structuring of the enamel continues to provide a particularly strong grip underfoot.

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Acquabella Halo Shower Tray


Alongside safety, the demand for sleek, high-performance bathroom solutions remains a key trend as consumers prioritise minimalist designs that create a sense of openness.

Acquabella’s design team agrees, “The latest trends in shower design reflect a blend of luxury, functionality, and sustainability, emphasising both aesthetics and user experience. Bathrooms are increasingly designed as open, minimalist areas that serve multiple functions. Features like walk-in showers, wall-hung toilets and integrated basins not only maximise usable space but also contribute to a streamlined, clutter-free look.”

The Acquabella Halo shower tray exemplifies this philosophy thanks to its thoughtfully engineered design. Featuring a subtle slope and a thicker border, the tray efficiently channels water flow into a long, narrow drain, ensuring optimal drainage without compromising on style. Its overall elegance and minimalistic appeal make the Halo shower tray a versatile choice that seamlessly complements a variety of bathroom styles.

Originally introduced in 2022, the Halo shower tray was initially only available in the Slate version with a slate-effect texture. However, it is now also offered in the Zero finish.

Sleek & Spacious

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When it comes to residential or commercial design, large format trays create a sense of space, making the area more inviting and providing a seamless transition between the shower and the surrounding area. With fewer grout lines, cleaning is easier, which helps maintain hygiene. Additionally, large format trays can be customised in various sizes and finishes, allowing architects and designers to achieve a tailored look that complements their overall design.

Sven Rensinghoff, head of marketing and product development at Bette states: “In both residential and hospitality settings, there is now the opportunity to provide large, stylish shower trays that also have safety and hygiene benefits. Glazed titanium-steel shower trays come in an extensive range of sizes and can be fitted level with the floor to provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface.”

Bette glazed titanium-steel shower trays have an invisible, smooth, and easy-to-clean anti-slip surface that provides the highest level of slip protection (Group C to DIN EN 16165) and is guaranteed for 30 years. Available in 70 sizes and 30 matt and gloss colours, they are strong and stable, even in the largest 2000 x 900mm and 1800 x 1000mm dimensions.

A Warm Welcome

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Texture can evoke an array of emotions, making it a compelling element in design. Positive haptics—those tactile sensations that feel pleasing to the touch—can be skillfully integrated into accessible design to enhance the user experience. By selecting finishes that provide satisfying physical feedback, designers can create environments that are easy on the eye and invite engagement and comfort. This intentional focus on texture helps foster a deeper connection between users and their surroundings, ensuring every interaction is enjoyable and meaningful.

The HEWI  WARM TOUCH edition has a pleasantly temperate surface, which is particularly beneficial for people with a heightened sensitivity to cold. The 801 range features an elegant chrome look and, thanks to its special coating, the tactile properties of polyamide.

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The growing demand for multigenerational living arrangements also highlights the necessity for innovative bathroom solutions that cater to a retrofit solution. This is particularly relevant for homeowners facing unexpected circumstances that require the swift addition of a bathroom. By delivering adaptable options, these solutions can enhance functionality and comfort in shared living spaces.

The latest offerings from Saniflo, the Modulo and Modulo XL, address this need by providing complete bathroom pods that seamlessly integrate into bedrooms, promoting both convenience and privacy. Modulo’s compact design, featuring a shower and basin, is perfect for smaller spaces, while Modulo XL adds a wall-hung WC for enhanced functionality. These retrofitted innovations optimise living spaces and foster inclusivity, making homes more adaptable for families of all ages and lifestyles.

Amanda Mills, marketing manager of Sanilfo UK agrees and explains the reasoning behind its new range: “Retrofitting bathrooms to support all ages is essential due to the ageing population and as more families consider multi-generational living. Thoughtful design features, like walk-in showers, grab bars, and adjustable fixtures, create spaces that balance safety, comfort, and style. Investing in these updates not only future-proofs homes but also demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity, enhancing home value and usability for every generation. Multi-gen retrofitted bathrooms provide lasting peace of mind, supporting independence and comfort for everyone from toddlers to seniors.”

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HEWI expands Iconic Range 801 with WARM TOUCH Edition

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In a significant advancement for barrier-free sanitary solutions, HEWI has announced that its renowned Range 801 is now available in the WARM TOUCH edition. The classic among barrier-free hygienic products is also available as a warm-to-the-touch alternative to chrome products.

Nobody likes to hold on to cold support rails, especially not in the bathroom or an accessible toilet. In particular, people with a heightened sensitivity to cold find it unpleasant to touch cold surfaces. That’s why HEWI, the pioneer of barrier-free sanitary equipment, has gone one step further and given the products in its classic design, the 801 range, an elegant chrome look – with a pleasantly temperate surface.

The name WARM TOUCH, therefore, says it all, as the support rails and the shower and bath handrails have the warm, tactile properties of polyamide and, thanks to the special coating, the elegant look of a chrome surface, elegance with the comfort factor.

For over 50 years, HEWI’s System 801 has set the benchmark for sanitary equipment, being the first barrier-free range in the industry. Today, it continues to offer top-tier, accessible sanitary solutions characterised by durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal.

In developing the WARM TOUCH edition, HEWI has prioritised the needs of both users and caregivers. The coating and colour selection are thoughtfully designed within the framework of universal design, catering to the diverse requirements of all individuals. This focus is particularly beneficial for people with limited mobility, who gain enhanced security and confidence through the ergonomic round tube design of washbasin, WC, and shower support systems.

Pleasantly warm, elegant and easy to care for

The high-quality chrome-look coating of the WARM TOUCH edition not only imparts a sophisticated appearance to the polyamide products but also ensures exceptional durability and ease of cleaning. These features are crucial for environments such as professional nursing care, the hospitality industry, and private homes. Additionally, the comfort of a pleasantly warm surface can significantly benefit individuals with rheumatic conditions and other sensitivities.

For more information about HEWI’s WARM TOUCH edition and the Range 801, please visit HEWI

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Saniflo Modulo & Modulo XL – elegant, plug-and-play solutions

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For over 60 years, Saniflo has excelled at enhancing homes and buildings with its innovative pumps and macerators. The latest offerings, Modulo and Modulo XL, enable the creation of complete bathrooms within bedrooms through two convenient all-in-one solutions. Modulo features a pod-style design with a shower and basin, while Modulo XL incorporates a shower, basin, and wall-hung WC.

These bathroom pods come with various profile and glass options, including white profiles with white glass, black profiles with black glass, and black profiles with white glass. Installation of a new en-suite can be completed in just 2 to 3 days, requiring only basic electrical access and small-bore pipework. Where waste discharge presents challenges, a Saniflo pump can be included as part of the installation package.

Both Modulo models offer a luxurious version with a sliding door shower, a chic vanity unit with a basin, and a modern towel rail, as well as a standard version featuring a curtain rail shower and a washbasin with a mixer tap. Each model is equipped with a contemporary mechanical shower valve and handset.

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The bathroom pods can be positioned in a recess or corner, with a pivot door for easy access. In the shower area, a self-supporting Biocryl platform rests on height-adjustable feet, complemented by finishing plinths and opaque white glass back panels. The ceiling is crafted from white honeycomb polypropylene and includes two integrated LED spotlights. Additional features include a mirror, glass shelves, towel hook, ventilation grill, 220 V socket, and a floor mat, with all glass treated for anti-limescale properties for effortless cleaning post-installation.

Modulo and Modulo XL are perfect solutions for boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts, guest houses, modular buildings, or any homeowner looking to expand living space in a basement, garage, barn, or other external structures. They present a new opportunity for installers to deliver swift and efficient bathroom solutions to their clients.

Amanda Mills, marketing manager at Saniflo, states, “The new Modulo and Modulo XL make it easy to add a practical yet stylish en-suite to an existing bedroom. This will be particularly appealing to many small boutique hotels, bed and breakfast owners with shared bathroom facilities for guests, and domestic households needing an additional bathroom. It’s also an excellent opportunity for manufacturers of modular buildings seeking a complete bathroom solution.”

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Kaldewei’s Invisible Grip prevents slipping on shower surfaces

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Whatever your age, standing safely in the bathtub or shower is important; Invisible Grip is the new super anti-slip surface finish from Kaldewei. It works on the glossiest of their steel enamel surfaces, and the feeling when your skin meets the shining, plastic-free Kaldewei surface is pleasant. The grip does not diminish when using soap, shower gel, shampoo or simply when there is contact with water as the invisible micro-structuring of the enamel continues to provide a particularly strong grip underfoot.

Glamour and safety in the bathroom

LGA Bautechnik confirms the anti-slip properties according to quality class C for wet barefoot areas according to DIN EN 16165. This is particularly relevant for the planning of barrier-free bathrooms.

Even when dry, the Invisible Grip finish does not alter the brilliant gleam of the Kaldewei steel enamel surface and is available in Alpine White for shower areas and bathtubs. This means it provides safety and introduces a touch of modern glamour to the bathroom. The micro structure can be cleaned just as easily as a normal enamel surface. An explanatory video can be seen at https://www.kaldewei.de/produkte/invisible-grip/, which demonstrates how the new surface treatment works.

“With Invisible Grip, Kaldewei offers an innovative solution for the modern bathroom that increases the feeling of safety without compromising on the visual appearance, feeling underfoot and hygiene. Carefree showering and bathing with aesthetic aspirations become everyday normality”, says Yvonne Piu, head of global marketing at Kaldewei.

Like all the products in the Luxstainability®World from Kaldewei, Invisible Grip stands for uncompromising safety and trust combined with a highly aesthetic surface finish. Invisible Grip demonstrates Kaldewei’s special innovative competence, for which the premium manufacturer has been awarded the seal of the Bescheinigungsstelle Forschungszulage (BSFZ) (Certification body for research grants).

Even when using soap, shower gel and shampoo or simply when there is contact with water, the invisible microstructuring of the enamel provides a particularly strong grip.

Tested standing safety: LGA Bautechnik confirms the anti-slip properties according to quality class C for wet barefoot areas according to DIN EN 16165

Kaldewei Invisible Grip anti slip Shower Surface




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Creating a new sense of comfort

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The new magnetic shower holder from HEWI is designed to improve showering comfort thanks to its user-friendly, safe and easy-to-clean features.

Innovations are usually in the details and mean a significant system or product range improvement. Thus, the international expert for barrier-free sanitary solutions, HEWI, continuously develops products that increase ease of use, contribute more safety and make a difference in terms of hygiene and ease of cleaning. One such product is the new System 900 magnetic shower head holder, which the company has already patented.

Well thought out down to the last detail and timeless in design

In stainless steel, chrome and powder-coated in white, black and grey, the new product follows the minimalist, high-quality and timeless design that characterises all ranges from HEWI and forms another building block in the diverse range of barrier-free solutions.

In terms of handling, the new magnetic shower head holder has been significantly simplified and is, in the sense of universal design, an optimal product for everyone, and especially for users with physical limitations.

Key characteristic features are its straightforward, magnet-function-based height adjustment, which works by sliding the shower head with an intuitive one-handed operation. The shower head holder incorporates a fully rotatable cone bracket and a conscious lack of buttons and knobs that usually feature on such products. Thus, the shower holder can be used without strain and even by those with motor limitations.  Wet hands also no longer hinder use as the traditional clamping mechanism has been replaced by the novel magnetic principle, thus eliminating the need to exert pressure when adjusting the shower holder. As virtually no mechanical forces act on the product, wear is minimal.

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Kaldewei refreshes Superplan floor-level shower

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For 2023 Kaldewei has given the classic Superplan a makeover; it now has a refreshed design that provides floor-level access from two sides. The Kaldewei Superplan also has an up-to-the-minute look with sharper edges, tight angles, and clean lines.

The installation depth has been optimised to max. 25 millimetres – which is almost half that of its predecessor. Narrow margins create an elegant look and guarantee a lavish standing area for a unique showering experience.

The angles of the outer corners and edges have been reduced so that the Superplan can be easily integrated into an existing tile grid, and tiling up to the edge of the shower surface is much simpler.

Kaldewei’s Superplan is a classic among floor-level showers and has sold over a million in the last 30 years. Trusted by technicians and users alike, whether it’s an exclusive private bathroom in a hotel or a barrier-free bathroom, this seamless shower made of recyclable steel enamel integrates perfectly, guaranteeing a
comfortable, safe floor space.

Sustainable, modern, and flexible

The Kaldewei Superplan is manufactured from recyclable steel enamel, and its non-porous glass surface makes it easy to clean. Combining long-lasting design with natural materials, it adds another excellent product to the world of Kaldewei’s Luxstainability® portfolio.

The shower is available in standard bathroom colours and the exclusive shades of the Coordinated Colours Collection, creating a huge design scope. The new Superplan is 100 per cent compatible with all the smart Kaldewei accessories – from assembly and waste systems to the familiar easy-care and anti-slip finishes.

This new Superplan shower tray will be available in all 41 sizes by autumn 2023.

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Dallmer presents seamless shower drainage solution

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Dallmer, the German shower drainage manufacturer, is introducing the new CeraFrame Liquid – a specifically designed shower channel that creates a seamless, thin-layered finish in shower areas.

CeraFrame Liquid, part of the DallFlex shower channel system family, achieves that smooth, blended finish many people desire. The Black Edition channel and grate finishes are designed to help customers achieve relaxing and luxury spa-like bathrooms.

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Black is a statement colour and looks good in any bathroom. Dallmer’s ‘Black Edition’ (pictured above) features black statement shower channels and grates and a new CeraFloor Duo which can be produced in lengths of up to 2metres. As well as style and elegance, the channels and grates also offer resilience. The black PVD coating that features on the CeraFloor Select and CeraNiveau shower channels was originally developed for heavily loaded parts of sports engines. However, Dallmer has engineered this into its shower solutions to create a durable, long-lasting, easy-to-care-for, and hypoallergenic product.

Dallmer recently presented its innovations at ISH and reported a positive response: “There is simply no substitute for personal interactions in an inspiring trade fair atmosphere,” said Yvonne Dallmer, managing director. “It was clear by how quickly our stand filled up that our visitors were very interested in experiencing our products first-hand again.”

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For more information about Dallmer’s new products, please visit dallmer.com.

About Dallmer

Dallmer has been a specialist in drainage systems since 1913. The family business is now in its fourth generation. Founded over 100 years ago as an engraving house at the Arnsberg site, Dallmer developed from a workshop to a premium architecture brand for building drainage. The high-grade product range comprises all kinds of drainage systems, shower channels, waterproofing and seals, urinal systems, fire protection and soundproofing systems, and special drains for yards, cellars, roofs, car parks and balconies. The guiding principle of the family business is: maximum functionality, top-quality materials and exceptional design.

Pictured very top: Dallmer CeraFrame Liquid

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How to create a stylish bathroom designed for independent living

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Online bathroom retailer Victoria Plum recognises that when it comes to designing your home, making it suitable for a range of mobility issues is a priority for thousands of households.

People can live with a wide spectrum of mobility issues making everyday tasks and the ability to move around the home more challenging – particularly in older age.

Trying to strike a balance between functionality and style is key to any bathroom design, but even more so when buying a bathroom for an elderly relative who is living independently.

Maintaining independence is extremely important and when it comes to the bathroom there are a wide choice of adaptations that can be made that vary from quick fixes to more complex renovations.

Whether you’re looking to adapt for ease of mobility, better access or want to future-proof for your senior years, an accessible bathroom could be just what you need.

Ruth Foster, interior designer at Victoria Plum shares some practical advice and her top design tips for creating an accessible and modern bathroom that is both functional and stylish for independent living.

Ruth says: “When people hear the term ‘accessible bathroom’ it conjures up images of sterile rooms with clunky obtrusive items, that wouldn’t look out of place in a hospital – a distant cry from the beautiful space you’d envisaged for your home.

“However, it is possible to get the contemporary bathroom that you want and have it meet your accessibility needs at the same time.”

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“An accessible bathroom can be fully customisable with as much or as little as you need. Trying to strike a balance between functionality and style is key to any bathroom design, but even more so when buying a bathroom for someone with a disability or an elderly relative who is living independently.

“Day to day independent living can be hugely impacted by the addition of items such as walk-in baths, grab rails and bath and shower seats.

“Advanced toilets are also an easy adaptation, with comfort height settings and built in personal hygiene jets and dryers. Opt for an electronic bidet toilet with a control panel, automatic flush and seat opening and closing mechanism.

“A walk-in shower bath or shower enclosure with large easy to use controls are ideal for those with visual impairment or hand mobility restrictions. Wet rooms are especially accessible for wheelchair users and those with impaired vision. With no steps or shower trays to worry about, trip hazards can be greatly reduced for those less steady on their feet.

“Consider lowering your shelving so that accessories can be reached more easily and angle your mirrors lower too. A pivot mirror is great for shared spaces as it can be tilted to the perfect angle as required.

Minimalist greys

“Minimalist design continues to lead the way when it comes to choosing an on-trend look for the bathroom with a colour palette of greys and earthy tones.

“This trend works well for an accessible bathroom as it is simple and uncluttered.  Adding patterned tiled and textured floors or walls can make a lovely feature and can help to identify zones in the bathroom for visually impaired users.

“Sleek and sturdy chrome grab rails will help you move around with ease while a folding shower seat is ideal if you find standing for an extended period a strain.

Bold, blue and easy to use

“A splash of colour can be most welcome in the bathroom, and you can create some real impact by painting walls rather than tiling everywhere.

“Shower wall panels are fast becoming a popular for accessible bathrooms as they are easy to install and clean with no grout lines where mould can develop. Use them around key splash zones to create contrast.

“If a full wet room is beyond your budget, then a walk-in shower enclosure will still give you easy access to your shower.

“At just 40mm in height walk-in shower trays are ultra-low meaning stepping in and out takes no effort at all. Choose an anti-slip tray and matt for extra safety.”

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Black framed and beautiful

“Black framed shower screens are a huge trend in bathrooms right now giving a nod to industrial style interiors, whilst metro tiles are an enduring popular option.

“If climbing in and out of your bath is a chore a large black framed shower is the ideal alternative. Marble effect shower panels will help bring a luxury feel to the décor and are cost-effective to install. Black accents in the form of taps, shower, fold down seat and grab rail provide a super stylish look.

“Break up the space with a feature wall around the basin – again this can help with identifying the different zones in the bathroom.

“A lowered mirror and wall mounted single handed mixer tap will make using the sink area easier while a fold away grab rail for the toilet will retain the aesthetic of the room as well as providing extra support if needed.”

For more independent living design inspiration visit  www.victoriaplum.com/pages/independent-living  where you can download a free look book.

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PJH launches luxury slate tray with super-fast waste flow rate

PJH’s Bathrooms to Love Collection has added a new and improved ‘RefleXion’ Slate Grey Shower Tray to its showering category.

Perfect for contemporary wetrooms and walk-in enclosures, the ultra-slim 25mm high rectangular shower tray with a slate grey effect is made from 100% natural stone resin.

Complete with coordinating steel grate and waste, finished in the same slate grey effect, the tray boasts a highly efficient, tested waste flow rate of 33 litres per minute. This 90mm, flush-fitting, fast flow waste offers top surface access and presents an excellent USP to the retailer.

Handmade in the UK, a slip-resistant slate-effect surface finish offers all-round peace of mind for the consumer. The ultra-slim rectangular tray is available in nine different sizes, ranging from the smallest, 1000mm x 800mm, to the largest, 1700mm x 900mm, so is suitable for all bathroom or ensuite shower room sizes.

The tray pairs especially well with the range of matt black shower enclosures and wetroom screens available in the RefleXion Shower Enclosure collection and also from Bathrooms to Love, helping create a clean sleek look, accentuated by the bold dark grey slate tray and matt black screen profiles.

Held in stock and available for next-day delivery from PJH via the company’s e-commerce platform, the PJH Partners Portal™, the new RefleXion low-profile Slate Grey Tray comes with a two year Guarantee.

For further information, contact PJH to find out more about Bathrooms to Love display deals, point-of-sale material, and all marketing collateral – Tel: 0800 8 77 88 99  / www.partners.pjh.uk  / www.bathroomstolove.uk

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KEUCO AXESS – Keuco & Studio Porsche enhance accessibility

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When Studio F. A. Porsche designed a range of accessible bathroom products for KEUCO, the result was something unique: German engineering meets premium interior design.

KEUCO AXESS, designed by Studio F. A. Porsche, has been created to deliver barrier-free bathrooms in hospitality, private and public sectors, e.g. high-quality healthcare facilities such as hospitals and nursing homes, hotels and spas. The design focuses on combining aesthetics and barrier-free functionality without making the special functions visually obvious.

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“It was our wish to meet the highest aesthetic demands and yet incorporate the specific needs of a barrier-free bathroom system. Our aim was to develop accessible bathroom products from a completely new perspective. Timeless, very clear, aesthetic forms, permanently perceived as beautiful, even after many years. Independent of the spirit of time and trends and at the same time, beyond anything known so far. Out ambition was to create something special, right down to the smallest detail, and making it technically possible. A combination of German engineering and top-quality implementation in every respect. “ Christian Schwamkrug, design director Studio F. A.
Porsche.

Accessibility meets design: for high-quality bathrooms across all sectors
KEUCO AXESS is a sustainable and cross-generational concept made from high-quality materials and ensures safe use of all areas of the bathroom – not only for the elderly and those currently in need of care or for those with a physical disability, but for all generations.

A barrier-free bathroom brings many advantages adding to the quality of life. Turning barrier-free bathrooms into ‘bathrooms’ for people of all ages and for all life situations is a solution adopted by more and more building owners in the project sector, as well as architects, planners and private individuals. Barrier-free increases the level of comfort and safety in the bathroom and adds to property value.

Elegance on the wall: a folding support rail like no other
Studio F. A. Porsche and KEUCO’s folding support rail is a highlight of the barrier-free KEUCO AXESS range. It looks nothing like folding support rails of the past as the visually appealing folding support rail stands uniquely flat against the wall when folded up.

When unfolded and exposed in the downward position, the KEUCO AXESS support rail is an elegant solution. It is available in three finishes: chrome, matt black or aluminium chrome and depending on the surface, a grip-friendly plastic inlay in black or white is seamlessly integrated. The plastic is significant as it makes it easy to grip and prevents slipping when supporting or holding on. There is an optional and retrofittable toilet paper holder which has a black or white roller stopper enabling it to colour match the design.

Two different projections in 700 and 850 mm offer perfect safety and support. The larger projection folding support rail is also suitable for larger wheelchair-accessible WCs. The optional and retrofittable radio WC flush actuator integrates aesthetically into the handle and is compatible with radio flush cisterns from common manufacturers via Bluetooth.

Despite the reduced design, stability is guaranteed with 115 kg load capacity: KEUCO AXESS folding support handles are TÜV tested and certified according to DIN standard.

The rail system – a beautiful design that provides support at the same time

The rail system and the grab rails of the KEUCO AXESS range are characterised by their elegant yet simplistic design. The versatile range provides support in the shower and bath, at the wash basin and the WC. Despite high stability when holding and supporting, this ergonomic design appears light, stylish, and un-cumbersome.

The grip surface at the front forms a smooth rectangular band – with flat surfaces and precise edges. At the back, the rail/grip system and handles are ergonomically shaped in a semicircle – for an optimised grip. This oval rounded back perfectly fits in the hand when grasping so it is not necessary to exert a great deal of force when holding on; ensuring a secure grip and a reliable hold.

The range of KEUCO AXESS grab rails ranges in lengths from 400 to 1000 mm. In the shower, the rail system can be flexibly adapted to suit on-site conditions. The shower rail also serves as a stable grab rail, always giving a feeling of safety. The shower slider can be unlocked and moved up or down simply by pressing on the back, and this can be done with one hand. The shower head can be turned in various positions, to the left and right in the holder and can be tilted up and down from any angle without any problems.

Safe, beautiful and comfortable: mobile seating in the bathroom

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A stable seat is a plus for comfort in the bathroom. Taking a shower while sitting down is particularly comfortable. Keuco has supplemented its range of seats with the mobile KEUCO AXESS stool.

The design of the KEUCO AXESS stool, Design by Studio F. A. Porsche, is crafted to the highest standard: as minimalistic, as safe as possible, and as comfortable as possible. In an archetypical, timeless design, the stylish stool takes up little space in the bathroom and fits in any corner. With a load capacity of 150 kg, the KEUCO AXESS stool can be used in both private and public areas.

The stool is particularly stable and resilient as the discretely outward-facing legs with anti-slip ensure a secure standing position, whilst being easy to reposition using one hand.

The softly roughened, non-slip surface of the seat has a pleasant feel and is easy to clean. The seat is slightly curved inwards and features a small hole in the middle which allows water to drain off directly in the shower. The mobile stool with a white or black seat can be harmoniously integrated into the bathroom or shower area.

With a white seat, you can choose between chrome or aluminium legs; with a black seat, the legs are also black. All versions are robust, durable and easy to clean.

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